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ICD Webinar Series (with PwC)
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•	Boards can play a critical role in ensuring projects stay on track, on budget and achieve their intended outcomes. This interactive webinar will provide directors with an overview of the board's role in project management and discuss what actions board members can take to understand and measure project risks and help ensure projects achieve their desired results. Panel: - Robert Belsey, National Leader, Program & Project Services Partner, PwC - Michael F. Garvey, FCA, ICD.D, Chair-Audit Committee, Sherritt Int'l. - Don Hathaway, ICD.D, Chair, CRS Electronics Please read ICD Webinar User Guide before registering. To register or access the webinar on Feb 7, please click here

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Feb 7

Navigating Good Governance in Crown Corporations

BC Chapter Breakfast (Victoria)
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•	In almost every jurisdiction in Canada, over 70% of Government services are delivered through organizations that are created by Government and governed by an independent Board of Directors. While the duties of Crown agency directors are generally the same as in the private sector, the organizational mandate, shareholder control and operational environment are quite different. This session will explore such issues as: How do Board members balance their obligations to act in the best interests of the organization with Government policy priorities and direction? What is the extent of the Board’s strategic role? How can the Board ensure qualified director appointments? What role does the Board play in CEO succession? What strategies do Boards use to address executive compensation? How does the political environment affect the directors' ability to exercise their responsibilities? How can the Board build effective relationships with Government?

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Begbie Room, The Union Club
805 Gordon Street
Victoria, BC
Canada

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BC Chapter Breakfast

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Feb 7

Risk Management & Fraud: What Directors Should Know

Atlantic Chapter
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•	This session will address: - The role of directors in the identification and management of risk, including fraud; - The systems and processes required for effective risk management; - The threat of fraud in Canada and globally; - Why people commit fraud, and what does that mean for management and directors; - Key elements of an effective anti-fraud regime Panel: - Kas Rehman - Ron Smith - Bob Hanf, B.A., LL.B., ICD.D Moderator - Cheryl Hodder

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McInnes Cooper
Purdy's Wharf Tower II
1300 - 1969 Upper Water Street
Halifax, Nova Scotia

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ICD Atlantic Chapter Afternoon Session

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Feb 8

Beyond the CEO

Edmonton Chapter Breakfast
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•	What boards can do to ensure organizations have the culture, leadership, and talent to thrive As CEO compensation dominates the boardroom, is human capital risk being overlooked? A recent study conducted by Knightsbridge and the Clarkson Centre for Board Effectiveness (CCBE) in partnership with the ICD found that the majority of Canadian directors believe boards should be monitoring strategic talent management in addition to compensation. However, in an increasingly competitive global economy, where recruiting, retaining and developing the right talent is essential, many boards lack the time and expertise to effectively oversee human capital. Join Courtney Pratt, Chairman of Knightsbridge Human Capital Solutions and an experienced corporate director, with a panel of local directors from the Public, Private and NFP sectors to discuss how boards can advise and work with management to ensure the organization has the culture, leadership, and talent to thrive.

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Mayfair Golf and Counrty Club
Edmonton, AB

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ICD Edmonton Breakfast Session

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Feb 9

Beyond the CEO

Calgary Chapter Breakfast
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•	What boards can do to ensure organizations have the culture, leadership, and talent to thrive As CEO compensation dominates the boardroom, is human capital risk being overlooked? A recent study conducted by Knightsbridge and the Clarkson Centre for Board Effectiveness (CCBE) in partnership with the ICD found that the majority of Canadian directors believe boards should be monitoring strategic talent management in addition to compensation. However, in an increasingly competitive global economy, where recruiting, retaining and developing the right talent is essential, many boards lack the time and expertise to effectively oversee human capital. Join Courtney Pratt, Chairman of Knightsbridge Human Capital Solutions and an experienced corporate director, with a panel of local directors from the Public, Private and NFP sectors to discuss how boards can advise and work with management to ensure the organization has the culture, leadership, and talent to thrive.

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Calgary Petroleum Club
319-5 Avenue S.W.
Calgary, AB

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ICD Calgary Breakfast

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Feb 13

Canada's Not-for-profit Corporations Act

Ottawa Chapter Luncheon
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•	A presentation and discussion led by: - Andrew Pritchard, Senior Partner, Norton Rose Canada LLP - Oliver Moore, Associate Lawyer, Business Law Group, Norton Rose Canada LLP. The presentation will provide an overview of the changes and salient features of the new CNCA, with an emphasis on areas in which the law has changed. (The new Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act (the "CNCA") came into force in October 2011.) We will also address members rights and governance, areas where the CNCA has made notable changes to the law. For instance, even non-voting members will have a right to vote on certain fundamental corporate changes. Ex officio directors will no longer be permitted. The CNCA also clarifies directors' duties and liabilities.

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Centre for Executive Leadership
Telfer School of Management
45 O'Connor Street, Suite 350
Ottawa, ON
K1P 1A4

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ICD Ottawa Chapter Luncheon

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Feb 14

Managing the CEO and Succession Planning

BC Chapter Breakfast
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•	One of the key roles for any Board is to appoint the CEO,work strategically with that CEO, and develop succession plans in the normal course of business and for those situations where sudden or emergency situations arise. These responsibilities can be very challenging for a Board. When things go well, it could be tempting to assume they always will. When things are not going well, or a company is in a crisis, it may be hard for the Board to separate the need to address the performance of the company, from the need to manage the CEO. Arguably, the best approach is for the Board to always work steadily on planning succession, but if this is done in the wrong way it can jeopardize the Board/CEO relationship. This panel of experienced Directors and executives will share their perspectives about how a Board can best discharge these very important responsibilities. Panelists: Doug Hayhurst Ken Martin Mathé Grenier Moderator Elizabeth Watson

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SFU/Segal Graduate School of Business
500 Granville Street
Vancouver, BC
Canada

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BC Chapter Breakfast

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Feb 15

The Power of Social Media - Opportunities & Risks for Boards

ICD Manitoba Chapter Luncheon
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•	How to reconcile the enormous potential afforded by social media with the inherent risks - that is the focus of a special panel presentation which features two guest speakers well-versed in internet technology and social media. Matthew Shepherd is an entrepreneur, web developer with a passion for social media. He currently works as Online Marketing Director with Canada's Web Shop (CWS), a leading website design and internet marketing company located in The Exchange district. Adam Herstein is a Partner with Pitblado Law in the field of corporate and commercial law with an emphasis on information technology and intellectual property law, including social media law. His practice includes clients in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. In their complementary presentations, Matthew will speak on social media and corporate strategy to meet business objectives while Adam will focus on social media risks and corporate governance policy

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Manitoba Club
194 Broadway
Winnipeg, MB

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ICD Manitoba Luncheon

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Feb 29

How Does Social Media Change your Crisis Management Plan

South Western Ontario Affiliate Chapter Breakfast
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•	Come away with a better understanding of how an effective board can help your organization - now and in the future Hear from exciting keynote presenters Formulate "the plan" in the event of a crisis Identify the risks your organization may face and how social media can help or hinder those risks Learn how Directors have dealt with social media issues and how they have used social media to help them Registration and Networking: 7:15 a.m. Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. Presentation: 7:45 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.

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The London Convention Centre
300 York Street
London, ON

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ICD Southwestern Ontario Breakfast Session

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Feb 29

When and How Directors Should Act in M&A Situations

Ontario Chapter Afternoon Session
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•	Mergers and acquisitions are an integral part of board work. Directors have to be aware of the key issues relating to buying and selling companies and their duties and obligations. The learning goals of this session are: - To provide a broad understanding of the key issues and aspects of M&A of which Directors should be knowledgeable. - To share specific anecdotal experiences that will provide insights on what may occur in M&A situations. Panel Ian Giffen, Independent Director Gary Solway, Partner, Bennett Jones LLP John Tuer, Managing Director, Head M&A, Scotia Capital Moderator John L. Sherrington, ICD.D, Vice-Chairman, Scotia Capital

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Fairmont Royal York - Imperial Room
100 Front St. W
Toronto, ON

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ICD Ontario Afternoon Session

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